EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra + Smart Home Panel 2. Installed with 3.2kW solar array

Installing Power station with 3.2kW solar array and APSmart rapid shutdown.
Timcodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:18 - unpacking Smart panel
00:30 - preparing installation space for panel
01:18 - connecting 2 panels with conduit
02:19 - run service wires
03:02 - relocating breakers
03:29 - finished panel
03:40 - wiring AC disconnect
03:58 - RSD (rapid shutdown) explained
05:20 - wiring RSD
06:22 - connecting PV to power station
07:04 - testing setup
07:25 - outro

[@TheNature101]

A very nice and a clean install. A full diagram of the AC disconnect and solar rapid shutdown as well as a list of all the parts you used will be very useful.

[@regparks8066]

Very informative. That said, I would have taken greater pains to control metal shards from drilling through side of panel. They were flying all over the area. It only takes one to short out a very expensive system. Otherwise a pretty sano job.

[@NA-kw2ex]

very useful information-thank you vert much for sharing your experience

[@kevygreen]

Hey, thanks for the informative video. Im curious with the rapid shutdown if you also need something to cut the power of the inverters to the Smart Home panel. I noticed an EPO port on the top of the panel that I'm thinking could be used for this but there isn't anything in the documents about it. Did you set something up to cut the inverter power like the solar panels?

[@greeenz]

I got one of these pro ultra's for an off grid set up. I didnt get the smart panel. I am wondering if can I run the wires from my panels directly to the eco flow ultra. I am thinking about having (7) 250w panels. what safty percausions should i take connecting my solor array to the eco flow unit?

[@MrRichardyc]

the install guide listed 1awg wires for the 2 hots and neutral, 4awg for ground, it's ok to use 4awg?

[@adamcian]

I'm about to buy/install the same gear and I was wondering when you moved the circuits over to the SHP2, why did you bring the white neutral wires as well? I figured since you're already bringing the neutral over from the main panel via the big 4AWG wire, that all you'd need to do was wire-nut the hots from inside the old panel and bring over the black to the breaker in the new panel. Would that not also work and save some wiring? Also, would love to see a diagram of the shutoff wires, I mostly understand from your video, but would be awesome if you had a diagram (not sure if you do). Thanks!

[@SolarEngineering]

I believe it's NEC 300.5(I) "All conductors of the same circuit ... shall be installed in the same raceway...", so we have to move neutrals as well. I'll check later for the diagram.

[@marknasatin3025]

Hey there, thanks for very informative video, very helpful. Does ECOFLOW Panel 2 accept slim breakers which allows to connect two lines? It seems that you’ve been using one of these (timestamp 3:30 in this clip). 12 breakers only might not be enough these days. Can you clarify please?

[@SolarEngineering]

yes, you can install dual and quad breakers

[@tlteal]

Thank you very much for posting all of this information --- very informative. Have you replaced the Ecoflow Smart Home Panel 1 with the Smart Home Panel 2 and if so, how difficult was it?

[@SolarEngineering]

I didn't, should be straight forward process

[@calimolotov2000]

Who is the best candidate for this type of smaller system? Seems simple. I am currently trying to decide what type of DIY system to purchase with $15k budget. Thank you for the great channel really appreciate your videos.

[@SolarEngineering]

Luxpower 6k ($1400) + 2X EG4 PowerPro ($8000) + solar panels 12pcs ($2400) + misc (racking/wires/conduits/disconnects) $2000 = $13,800. 5kW system with 28.6kWh battery capacity.

[@calimolotov2000]

Thank you so much for your time and expertise@@SolarEngineering

[@beidlern]

Great job. Super clean install. Covers pretty much everything one needs for a hybrid setup. Did you mount the PVs yourself also? I procured two 12kwh systems with smart panels. Still finalizing PV vendor to go with. Can I ask what state you’re in?

[@d.pollard5962]

@@beidlerngood luck, hope you find someone reputable and honest.

[@kevinochoa6676]

Very useful video. It helped me a lot. Just Two question. Is AP-Smart RSD compatible with EcoFlow Deltra Pro Ultra inverter? Is the AC Disconnect connected between Utility Meter and Service disconnect? - I mean Service disconnect -> AC Disconnect -> Utility Meter

[@SolarEngineering]

@@kevinochoa6676 apsmart is compatible with all inverters. It's just RSD.

[@ernieburgos7702]

I am seeing users on reddit having problems with the SHP 2 reliability and service. relay failures and error messages that shut down the panel with long delays in getting service. Is there a way to setup these smart panels but still be able to use the original subpanel without any delays?

[@SolarEngineering]

I don't think so. Panel needs to be rewired back

[@michaelarkano5636]

The AC disconnect is 60 Amps, between which device and which device is it connected? I mean after the inverter between the home smart panel and the main service panel? Can you help me with that?

[@SolarEngineering]

between APSmart power adapter and source of power (any breaker) from smart panel

[@yeslawrence]

Why is an AC disconnect even required. I get the RSD requirement for the PV, but this system is off grid, so I wouldn’t think it needs an AC disconnect… is it a requirement of the SHP2?

[@SolarEngineering]

Solar panels installed on dwelling unit, so need to install RSD.

[@cgutowski471]

Question: you drilled into existing panel and didn’t use an existing knockout. Is that acceptable to make a new hole over the existing knockouts?

[@samaba7577]

The panel does not have knockouts

[@SolarEngineering]

honestly I'm not sure, worst case we can use reducing washer (2"->1-1/4") to make it more solid.

[@cgutowski471]

@@SolarEngineering sorry if I was t clear in my questions. The original main panel, looks like you drilled into multiple existing knockouts. I get the reducer being a fix but just wondering if any inspector would have issues with that.

[@cgutowski471]

@@samaba7577 look closely. The main service panel has many smaller knockouts he drilled into. Even left one open to exposed wood frame.

[@OKTown]

looking to do this - only with 100% off grid and zero grid option.

[@SolarEngineering]

that's what it made for

[@regparks8066]

Where are you located? What state? Do you have a website for referrals and quotes?

[@SolarEngineering]

Bay Area, CA. mysolareng.com

[@jasoncanmore5838]

What are the dimensions of the Delta Pro Ultra inverter

[@d.pollard5962]

Too expensive

[@bdelight5422]

Question. Are you installing it as a grid tied system? Thank you

[@SolarEngineering]

it's considered as "off-grid" setup, grid power connected to station input port. These power stations cannot feed energy to the grid.

[@bdelight5422]

@@SolarEngineering another Question. I saw that you have AC disconnect because you have solar panel on the roof installed? My home set up is also just like you, but completely OFF Grid. 10 panels on roof, PV line to DC isolator then connect to DPU. My diagram shouldn't need a AC disconnect ??

[@SolarEngineering]

@@bdelight5422if you are installing on the building roof, then you have to install rapid shutdown. Check NEC 690.12 Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems on Buildings. There are a few exceptions in this rule, but if panels are installed on a house roof, then by the code you have to install RSD.

[@bdelight5422]

@@SolarEngineering thank you. Looking forward to talking to you soon

[@JustinKais]

Was hoping you would show more of the breaker wiring instead of the "jack rabbit on a date" video. disappointed